Did you happen to hear about the chain of goodwill at the Starbucks drive-through in Hempfield, Pennsylvania last week?
A long-time customer in a particularly giving mood decided to pay for the order behind her, thus sparking a two-hour domino reaction of joy and generosity where customers continued to pay for the order behind them.
Paying it forward. It’s not a new concept, but it’s one that often needs a kick-start. The idea is simple: do something nice for someone and let the kindness spread. You can put it into practice by following the Starbucks example and paying for the person in line behind you at a store, a bridge toll, or anywhere else that strikes your fancy. But keep in mind that your good deed doesn’t have to be purchased; it can be something as simple as smiling at a stranger on the street, introducing yourself to a shy classmate or co-worker, or volunteering for a good cause.
Giving is contagious and it will make you feel fabulous. Go ahead - start your own chain of goodwill and help spread the love.
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greengirlwannabe | 20-Dec-07 at 11:44 am | Permalink
thank you so much for my book! i love it! my kids got inspired and wrapped their teachers’ gifts that same night.
thanks again!
Rebecca | 20-Dec-07 at 6:52 pm | Permalink
You are so welcome! The picture of HK’s gift leaves me feeling inspired (and just plain ecstatic). Thank you for posting about it.
leah | 27-Dec-07 at 8:32 pm | Permalink
what a lovely post! i love those simple acts of good will and i believe that they ripple out in all sorts of ways that we never see. xoxo happy holidays!